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PIE MAKER HINTS AND SUGGESTIONS

CRUSTS:

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Use any pie crust recipe or a refrigerated pre-made pie crust.  Roll the crust out on a lightly 

floured  board  until  it  is  thinner  than  a  full  size  pie  crust.    Crusts  should  be  rolled  thinner 

than a traditional pie crust.  If using a refrigerated crust, follow the package instructions for 

preparation, and allow it to soften at room temperature as directed.

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Cut crusts into circles using the Crust Cutting Tool packed with the pie maker.  Use the large 

side of the Crust Cutting Tool for the lower crusts (which will be formed to the baking reservoir 

shape).  If baking a pie with both a lower and upper crust, use the smaller side of the Crust 

Cutting Tool for the upper crusts.

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Do  not  stretch  the  dough  before  baking  as  stretching  will  cause  the  dough  to  shrink  and 

become misshapen during baking.

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Be sure to place each crust circle directly centered in a pie maker baking reservoir.  Once filled, 

place the top crust directly over the top of the filled pie, centering them carefully and using 

caution not to touch hot surfaces.  Be sure there are no tears or holes in the pie crust as it may 

allow the filling to seep out.

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Have all ingredients (both crusts and fillings) prepared and ready before baking the first pie.  

DO NOT

 

preheat the pie maker before baking

.  

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If baking more than 1 batch of pies, allow the pie maker to cool between batches.  Unplug the 

pie maker for about 5 minutes, allow to cool, place ingredients and plug the pie maker back 

into the power outlet.  This prevents the pie crust dough from softening and stretching, which 

could happen if the baking reservoirs were already heated.  It also cools the nonstick surface 

so you can conveniently form the crusts and add the ingredients.

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If you use a typical one-crust, 9-inch pie crust recipe you will be able to make 5 to 6 crust 

circles.  Be sure to roll dough thinly, then reroll to use all of it.  If you make fewer crust circles 

and have left-over dough, wrap the extra dough tightly in plastic and refrigerate.  Use in 1 to 3 

days or freeze for up to 2 months.  To use, thaw overnight in the refrigerator, then roll out and 

bake as desired. 

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For a different crust option, use packaged, thawed puff pastry.  Roll the puff pastry sheet very, 

very thin, then cut and prepare as directed.  

Using puff pastry is a great way to get the 

upper crust to rise more, make contact with the upper cooking plate and get that even, 

golden brown finish.

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Pies are very hot when you take them out of the pie maker.  Use caution and allow to cool 

before serving or enjoying them.

FOR A DOUBLE-CRUST PIE (LOWER CRUST CUP AND UPPER CRUST):

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Cut the appropriate amount of lower and upper crusts using the Crust Cutting Tool.  

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Place one large lower circle crust over each baking reservoir.  Use the Crust Forming Tool to 

gently form the lower crust to each reservoir.  

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Fill the lower crust with the prepared ingredients, filling about ½ to ⅔ full (approximately 2 to 

4 tablespoons of filling).  

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Place the smaller upper circle crust on top.  

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Bake until golden brown.

Tips: 

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For added browning, just before baking, whisk together 1 egg and 1 tablespoon water and 

brush lightly over the top crust or brush top crust lightly with milk or cream.

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Fill the bottom crust generously, so the top crust will contact the top of the pie maker, but do not 

over fill it such that the filling seeps out. After using the pie maker a time or two, you will know 

exactly how much to fill the pies so they bake full and golden brown each time.

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Page 2: ... and before cleaning Allow to cool before cleaning and putting on or taking off parts 7 Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner Return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination repair or adjustment 8 The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may res...

Page 3: ...nto a polarized outlet only one way If the plug does not fit into the outlet reverse the plug and try again If it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way LINE CORD SAFETY TIPS 1 Never pull or yank on cord or the appliance 2 To insert plug grasp it firmly and guide it into outlet 3 To disconnect appliance grasp plug and remove it from outlet 4...

Page 4: ...pie maker Prepare pie crusts and all ingredients in advance before plugging in the pie maker 5 See Fig 1 through 5 on page 5 If baking a single crust pie lower crust only cut the lower crust circles using the large side of the Crust Cutting Tool While the surfaces are still cool form the lower crusts to the baking reservoirs using the Crust Forming Tool Add ingredients if required and bake accordi...

Page 5: ...IMMERSE THE PIE MAKER OR CORD IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUID 3 To remove fillings or crust baked onto the cooking surface pour a small amount of cooking oil onto the hardened food After 5 minutes wipe with a paper towel or dry cloth A clean kitchen brush or even a toothbrush works well to remove stubborn foods 4 NEVER USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS OR SCOURING PADS TO CLEAN THE PIE MAKER AS THOSE MAY DAMAGE ...

Page 6: ...also cools the nonstick surface so you can conveniently form the crusts and add the ingredients If you use a typical one crust 9 inch pie crust recipe you will be able to make 5 to 6 crust circles Be sure to roll dough thinly then reroll to use all of it If you make fewer crust circles and have left over dough wrap the extra dough tightly in plastic and refrigerate Use in 1 to 3 days or freeze for...

Page 7: ...bean Keep the beans to use another time as pie weights but do not use them for a bean dish or soup Once cool fill the baked pie crust FILLINGS AND TOPPINGS If making a meat pie or personal pot pie fill the crusts with fully cooked meats and vegetables Bacon sausage or ground meat for a pot pie quiche or empanada should always be fully cooked Filling personal pies is fun and easy Use your creativit...

Page 8: ...ough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour up to a maximum of 24 hours Directions for Baking Crust 1 Roll dough on a slightly floured surface until very thin Cut into circles using the large side of the Crust Cutting Tool 2 Place 1 crust circle into each of the reservoirs of the pie maker Use the Crust Forming Tool to form the crust to the reservoir Be careful not to stretch or tear the crust...

Page 9: ...safe measuring cup Microwave on HIGH power 100 for 30 seconds Remove from microwave and stir Microwave on HIGH power 100 for an additional 15 to 45 seconds until melted Set aside 3 In a small saucepan combine the sugar cornstarch cocoa and salt Whisk to blend 4 Add milk whipping cream and egg yolk Whisk to blend 5 Cook over medium heat stirring constantly until mixture comes to a boil Continue to ...

Page 10: ...saucepan combine the sugar cornstarch and salt Whisk to blend 3 Add milk whipping cream and egg yolk Whisk to blend 4 Cook over medium heat stirring constantly until mixture comes to a boil Continue to boil for 1 minute still stirring constantly 5 Remove from heat Whisk in vanilla and butter Fold in banana 6 Divide the filling equally among the baked pastry crusts Dollup with sweetened whipped cre...

Page 11: ...into each cooking reservoir using the Crust Forming Tool Be careful not to stretch or tear the crusts 4 Using the smaller side of the Crust Cutting Tool cut 4 circles from the pie crust to form the upper crusts Set the 4 smaller upper crusts aside 5 Equally fill the lower crusts with the blueberry filling spooning about 3 tablespoons of filling into each crust 6 Top each pie with one of the smalle...

Page 12: ...um heat stirring constantly for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly Remove from heat and set aside to cool partially 4 Using the larger side of the Crust Cutting Tool cut 4 circles from the pie crust to form the lower pie crusts Press 1 circle into each cooking reservoir using the Crust Forming Tool Be careful not to stretch or tear the crusts 5 Using the smaller side of the Crust Cutting Tool...

Page 13: ... egg milk and hot pepper sauce in a medium mixing bowl Season with salt and pepper Stir in spinach artichoke mixture and cheese 3 Using the larger side of the Crust Cutting Tool cut 4 circles from the pie crust to form the lower pie crusts Press 1 circle into each cooking reservoir using the Crust Forming Tool Be careful not to stretch or tear the crusts 4 Equally fill the lower crusts with the sp...

Page 14: ... the bottom of each formed crust cup Use the Crust Forming Tool to gently tap the mixture down smooth 5 Equally fill the lower crusts with the pumpkin mixture spooning about 2 tablespoons of filling into each crust 6 Plug in the appliance and bake 9 to 10 minutes until filling sets and a knife inserted into the center of the filling comes out clean Remove pies from the pie maker and set on the wir...

Page 15: ...d the authorized service dealer at its option will repair or replace any part that upon examination is found to be defective under normal use and service NORMAL WEAR This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting from any of the following Negligent use or misuse of the product Improper voltage or current Use contrary to the operation instructions Deviation from instructions ...

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